{"product_id":"pietradolce-etna-bianco-archineri-doc-2023-sicily-italy","title":"Pietradolce Etna Bianco \"Archineri\" DOC 2023 (Sicily, Italy) - [JS 95] [VM 93] [JD 92] [WA 92] [DM 92]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePietradolce means \"sweet stone\" in Italian, a tribute to Mount Etna and its stony, mineral-rich volcanic soils. Cool nights, warm days and marked temperature changes help the estate's native grape varieties retain their fragrance and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArchineri Etna Bianco is made entirely from Carricante grown in Contrada Caselle, in Milo on Mount Etna's eastern slopes. The vineyard sits at 850 meters above sea level, with deep sandy volcanic soils and pre-phylloxera bush vines around 130-150 years old. Nearby sea breezes and the Valle del Bove shape this distinctive site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes are harvested by hand and gently pressed, and the wine is aged in stainless steel. The producer's general technical sheet lists a mid-October harvest and 13% alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe winery's general note for Archineri describes grapefruit and herbal aromas, a structured palate and a fresh, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe importer's suggested pairing is seafood salad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A youthful, tight wine focused on freshness, this has lime peel and smoke, volcanic sulfur character and cedary fruit. Light- to medium-bodied with firm acidity, this is vibrant all the way to the finish.\" (Jul 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Yellow flowers and nuances of savory spice give way to crushed nectarines as the 2023 Etna Bianco Archineri evolves in the glass. It's soothingly round, with a tinge of zesty acidity to balance ripe orchard fruits that take on a saline savoriness toward the close. A hint of lime zest and tart stone fruit linger through the finish as this tapers off with potent length. The 2023 is wrapped up tight in its youthful state, yet it's packed full of potential. Drinking Window: 2027-2032.\" - Eric Guido (May   2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Sourced from Milo, the 2023 Etna Bianco Archineri was aged for six months in steel and six months more in bottle before release. Ocean breezes, forests, and cooler temperatures are also present here. Additionally, the collapse of the soils is deeper due to the collapse that occurred 900 years ago. Pouring a bright yellow color, the wine has more depth to its aromatics but remains fresh, with waxy hints of oily lemon-lime citrus, petrol, quince, and white peach. It has medium body but good underlying sapidity, with a weightless feel. It offers a refreshing mineral lift and a long finish. It's only going to improve over the next several years as it fleshes out. Drink 2025-2037.\" - Audrey Frick (Oct 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This wine draws its fruit from pre-phylloxera vines in Caselle (in Milo) on the east side of the volcano at 850 meters above sea level. The Pietradolce 2023 Etna Bianco Archineri (with 5,500 bottles made) has soft fruit layers with some spicy white licorice and even a hint of dried ginger. The wine is made in stainless steel only and offers a salty, mineral-rich close with fresh acidity.\" - Monica Larner (Apr 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"From vines in Milo, Archineri 2023 is full-scented with herbs, apricot skin and yellow apple. In the mouth it has a grapefruit edge, with citrus peel, peach, orange, and a mineral streak running through it. Long and fresh. Drinking Window: 2025-2029.\" - James Button (May 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":67794700108141,"sku":null,"price":61.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/pietradolce-archineri-etna-bianco-vintage-neutral-bottle.jpg?v=1792790305","url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/products\/pietradolce-etna-bianco-archineri-doc-2023-sicily-italy","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}